Museums
Forget the museum where you silently bore yourself: the Romandy region of Switzerland is full of places designed for children. At Château de Chillon, you can explore the passages and ramparts; at Maison Cailler in Broc, the visit ends with a chocolate tasting; at the Olympic Museum in Lausanne, sports are experienced as much as they are watched.
Science, archaeology, design, photography, Saint Bernard dogs at Barryland, or science fiction at Maison d'Ailleurs: there is a museum for every child, and most offer paths or workshops tailored for families.
Here is our selection of museums to discover with your children.
Our selection of museums to visit with family in Romandy, Switzerland
3 activities for children
Château de Grandson
What if you travelled back through a thousand years of history by Lake Neuchâtel? Reopened on 1 April 2026 after fifteen years of restoration, the Château de Grandson welcomes you with a brand-new museum over four floors. An ideal outing for the whole family, from toddlers to teens.
Barryland in Martigny: museum and Saint Bernard dogs with family
In Martigny, Barryland brings together a living museum and adorable Saint Bernard dogs. A gentle and educational outing to discover alpine history and get close to these big-hearted heroes.
AQUATIS – Aquarium-Vivarium in Lausanne: an outing that amazes
Head to AQUATIS in Lausanne: an immersive journey into the heart of the world's rivers and lakes. Perfect with children of all ages, to learn, marvel, and stay warm all year round.
Why choose a museum for your family outing?
Because it's the outing that saves rainy Sundays while creating memories: interactive museums like the Espace des Inventions or the Musée de la Main in Lausanne allow children to manipulate, test, and question — they won't have time to get bored.
Castle-museums combine visits and fresh air: Chillon by Lake Geneva, Grandson and Yverdon by Lake Neuchâtel, Prangins with its historical vegetable garden, Gruyères and its medieval streets. And food lovers are not forgotten: Maison Cailler for chocolate, Maison du Gruyère for cheese, Alimentarium in Vevey for everything else. Check the hours on the official websites — several museums are closed on Mondays.